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Topic Review (Newest First)

11-02-2012 07:49 AM

swansong

Quote:

Originally Posted by qweesy

... and better drive-ability

^^this is the biggest benefit. Tom's tune removes the bog you get on take-off, so that launches, even non-aggressive ones, become easier. The idle is less erratic, the rpms don't jump so high on start-up, the rev hang between shifts is minimized, and you seem to get more torque in the low rpm ranges. And the tune allows you to completely disable traction control, if you have it.

11-01-2012 11:34 PM

qweesy

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigRed03

you can, but its more than $400. Its called Livewire from SCT, iirc.

And Megasquirt requires you to BUILD a wiring harness. Im sorry, but that shit...

You have to get the Livewire with Tom for the SVT model due to the Xcal3 locking the ECU and the cost is $509 Shipped iirc but ask Tom to be sure.That comes with lifetime updates for any new N/A mods you may add.

Gains are around 10HP "depending on mods" and better drive-ability

11-01-2012 09:40 PM

RevLimit

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigRed03

you can, but its more than $400. Its called Livewire from SCT, iirc.

And Megasquirt requires you to BUILD a wiring harness. Im sorry, but that shit...

Building your own harness is hard. They make Plug-n-play units now but they are also way too expensive.

And Megasquirt requires you to BUILD a wiring harness. Im sorry, but that shit...

11-01-2012 09:30 PM

RevLimit

Quote:

Originally Posted by swansong

Contact Tom, his username is 1turbofocus. He probably knows more about tuning the SVT than any other person on the planet. He charges around $400 for the tune, a handheld tuner (SCT), and offers unlimited free updates for any NA mods you do. If you have a laptop, he can remote connect to it and do in-car datalogging with you. The tune is very beneficial, even on a stock SVT. The factory tune is surprisingly bad on these cars.

Maybe this is a stupid question but are there no available PC programs to tune the stock ECU with? I find it hard to believe that we have to buy a handheld turner when the same thing could be accomplished with a laptop and some software like MegaSquirt users do.

$400 bucks for a tuner and some modified fuel and ignition tables seems a bit steep.

11-01-2012 08:20 AM

swansong

Quote:

Originally Posted by Caligreen

So a buddy mentioned a tune would be kind of worthless unless I actually did have some mods already as to adjust accordingly when they have been installed. Would a tune(I'm assuming your speaking about a dyno tune?) help if I didn't have any upgrades?
!

Contact Tom, his username is 1turbofocus. He probably knows more about tuning the SVT than any other person on the planet. He charges around $400 for the tune, a handheld tuner (SCT), and offers unlimited free updates for any NA mods you do. If you have a laptop, he can remote connect to it and do in-car datalogging with you. The tune is very beneficial, even on a stock SVT. The factory tune is surprisingly bad on these cars.

11-01-2012 08:10 AM

tukaniSVT

I disagree a bit there. I do agree that the Performance is pretty much maxed out on the SVT, but mods still give you some version of performance.

You can achieve better performance with:
- handling - going with the better suspension.
- shifting - if you get the Short Throw and Dog Bone Mount.
- off the line pick up - Cold Air Intake, Throttle Body
- more horsepower - Off-Road Pipe or High Flow Cat <- most gains here. Avg 6-7hp
- better overall engine flow - Tune

And so in turn, your car has better driveability.

But definitely stock for stock, the SVT is a great product that Ford released. Too bad they didn't release it with a turbo or supercharger. Although the internals of the engine can handle those up to 350hp. So, if major horsepower is what you are going for, may want to look into forced induction.

-Ray-

11-01-2012 12:02 AM

ViperThreat

The SVT is a great car, but the downfall is that its really sort of "maxed out" stock from the factory. It breathes well, and it handles well. Most of the mods that will make the most difference are things like a short throw shifter, better audio equipment and headlights.

Most of these mods are just comfort mods that don't really affect the performance of the car, they just make it a better place to be.

Hands down the best performance mod you can do is suspension. The stock setup is good, but a proper suspension setup will turn your SVT into a corner-monster. But besides that, the only other thing I recommend is proper maintenance.

10-31-2012 11:20 PM

RevLimit

Quote:

Originally Posted by Caligreen

Thanks big time for the response you guys rock! So a buddy mentioned a tune would be kind of worthless unless I actually did have some mods already as to adjust accordingly when they have been installed. Would a tune(I'm assuming your speaking about a dyno tune?) help if I didn't have any upgrades?

First and foremost-Timing belt
2nd-Possibly this K&n Panel Filter instead of cold air intake? (must research more)
3rd-Yes about struts, should I get a C-pillar or rear strut bar (couple of names I've found)

For the timing belt components you want to buy OEM. You can contact a guy named Steve who works for Tousley Ford and he is active on the focus forums.http://www.tousleyfordparts.com/

10-31-2012 11:09 PM

Caligreen

Thanks big time for the response you guys rock! So a buddy mentioned a tune would be kind of worthless unless I actually did have some mods already as to adjust accordingly when they have been installed. Would a tune(I'm assuming your speaking about a dyno tune?) help if I didn't have any upgrades?

First and foremost-Timing belt
2nd-Possibly this K&n Panel Filter instead of cold air intake? (must research more)
3rd-Yes about struts, should I get a C-pillar or rear strut bar (couple of names I've found)

Thanks again!

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